His academic foundation is robust, boasting an MBA from the esteemed Warwick Business School and a Philosophy degree from the University of Bristol. These credentials have sharpened his analytical faculties and endowed him with a unique perspective to navigate the labyrinthine challenges of the business realm.

Denis has worn many hats with grace. From advising a US Healthcare charity towards a complete business model transformation to spearheading a startup school initiative for Siemens, he has been the harbinger of change and innovation. Through his strategic interventions, companies have witnessed not just monumental savings but also experienced significant upticks in sales and operational efficiency.
His mentoring stint at VISA’s fintech accelerator has been pivotal, where his insights have been instrumental for founders in accelerating go-to-market strategies for Series A payment startups. Denis has not just operated within the confines of his home country; his expertise has been sought internationally, leading turnaround teams in diverse sectors, including age care in Malaysia.

• Coaching & Mentoring: A seasoned mentor, Denis has guided entrepreneurs, helping them to crystallize and prioritize product and service innovations. He has been recognized as a top mentor at various global platforms, including 500 Global, MaGIC, GrowthMentor.com, and Virgin Startups.
• Business Acumen & Strategy: With a knack for business knowledge and strategy, Denis has successfully led a multi-disciplinary turnaround team at a Malaysian age care company, bringing it back to positive cash flows and steering it towards a successful sale.
• New Product Development & Innovation: Denis’s workshops and MBA courses on platform design, marketplaces, and innovation have received widespread acclaim, garnering attention from governments, educational institutes, and companies across Europe, the Middle East, and the Far East.